I’m going to share two recipes today for Grilled Red Snapper and Bacon Wrapped Scallops!
We had this meal a couple of weeks ago. This protein-rich meal started with bacon wrapped scallops. The only seasoning needed was some freshly squeezed lemon juice once the bacon was brown and crispy from the grill.
Next, we grilled red snapper and brushed it with Al’s Stolen Fish Sauce, made of Worcestershire sauce, butter, and lemon juice. It was the first time either of us had eaten red snapper. We loved the texture of this fish because it was dense and meaty versus some fish that are flaky.
So now, I’m going to share with you how the Grilled Red Snapper and Bacon Wrapped Scallops!
First, I’ll tell you about how we made the bacon wrapped scallops.
For this, you will need some toothpicks, so if you don’t have any, you’ll need to purchase some.
Light your charcoal grill approximately 30 minutes, or 10 minutes before with a gas smoker, before you want to start making your bacon wrapped scallops.
Wrap 1 slice of bacon around each scallop. Use toothpicks to secure the bacon around the scallop.
When the grill is hot, brush the grates lightly with oil, then place the scallops on the grill over indirect heat. Cook, turning only once until your bacon is cooked to the doneness you prefer.
Transfer to a platter and sprinkle with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
COOKING NOTES:
- As far as marinades or sauces go feel free to use them on the scallops. We don’t like to mask the true taste of these wonderful jewels of the sea! It’s whatever floats YOUR boat! 🙂
- Ours cooked at least 30 minutes. We like our bacon done, but not done to death. The scallop is usually opaque are ready when the bacon is cooked.
- If your bacon is too far away from the fire in your grill and doesn’t seem to be getting cooked, move them closer to ensure they get fully cooked.
Now I’m going to tell you about the Grilled Red Snapper:
Lay the snapper on an oiled grill grate over direct heat, flesh side down and Brush with fish sauce.
Cook for approximately 5 to 10 minutes. Flip the snapper over to the skin side. Cook until opaque and fish is flaky, turning only that one time.
Brush fish sauce over the fish a few times during cooking, about 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillet.
You can do both the Grilled Red Snapper and Bacon Wrapped Scallops at the same time, setting up the grill for indirect heat and putting each over the heat as needed.
I hope you see how wonderfully easy making grilled red snapper and bacon wrapped scallops is to make. The next time you have friends and family over, light that grill and serve them grilled red snapper and bacon wrapped scallops. They’ll love it!
P.S. The grilled corn can go on the grill with the Grilled Red Snapper and Bacon Wrapped Scallops too!
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon
- 6 sea scallops
- 6 toothpicks one for each scallop
- fresh lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Light your charcoal smoker approximately 30 minutes, or 10 minutes before with a gas smoker, before you want to start making your bacon wrapped scallops.
- Wrap 1 slice of bacon around each scallop. Use toothpicks to secure the bacon around the scallop.
- Place the bacon wrapped scallops onto the grill over indirect heat.
- When the grill is hot, brush the grates lightly with oil, then place the scallops on the grill over indirect heat. Cook, turning only once until your bacon is cooked to the doneness you prefer.
- Transfer to a platter and sprinkle with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Notes
Nutrition
Grilled Red Snapper
Ingredients
- 2 pounds red snapper fillet
- Al's Stolen Fish Sauce
- fresh lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Lay the snapper onto a oiled grill grate over direct heat, flesh side down and Brush with fish sauce. Cook for approximately 5-10 minutes.
- Flip the snapper over to the skin side. Cook until opaque and fish is flaky, turning only that one time.
- Brush fish sauce over the fish a few times during cooking, about 20-30 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillet.
Cynthia Boston says
Looooove scallops they are my favourite! Red red snapper is delicious! last time I had it was in Florida – trickier to get up here but I have seen it in the bigger stores …. definitely not available in Bolton where I work ….but Captain high-liner fish sticks? No problem lol
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Debbie Spivey says
LOL, Cindy! I get the feeling Captain High-Liner Fish Sticks are like cat food in comparison? Loved how seafood was so readily available down in Florida when we went this Spring!!
Liz says
You make the most amazing meals, Debbie. One day I would like to a guest at the mountain kitchen. This looks delicious!
Debbie Spivey says
Liz, any time you are in Front Royal, VA, you let me know! I am sure I could put you to work in the kitchen as well! 🙂
"Cheffie Cooks" says
Now, you are on to something! I love Seafood any type, any time. My State of Florida (and the Fresh Seafood Market) has it all! Yes, great job guys! I do love a good steak every now and then too! Cheryl
Debbie Spivey says
Thanks, Cheryl! When David and I came down to Your State of Florida, we loved how readily available the fresh seafood was. Tried to fit it into every meal! 🙂